How are diplomas awarded upon graduation?

Graduates receive two independent, officially accredited degree diplomas — one issued by Imperial University in Cairo and one conferred under the academic articulation network with Hamad Bin Khalifa University.

What is the curriculum credit split?

The degree is completed under a synchronized curriculum: 60% core modules assessed by host faculty and 40% specialist modules moderated by HBKU.

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Master of Science (MSc)2 Official Degree Diplomas Conferred24 Months · 100% Online

MSc Islamic Finance & Digital Banking (Dual Award)

ماجستير العلوم في المالية الإسلامية والابتكار المالي الرقمي (شهادة مزدوجة)

Master modern Shariah-compliant financial engineering, blockchain sukuk issuance, algorithmic wealth management, and decentralized Islamic fintech ecosystems.

Joint Awarding Bodies:Imperial University in Cairo (IUC) · Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU)

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How Dual Degrees Work ℹ️

Partner Institution

Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Doha, Qatar

Degree Level:Master of Science (MSc)

Duration:24 Months (2 Years)

Total Credits:36 Credits

Credit Split:60% ALU / 40% HBKU

Diplomas Conferred:2 Independent Diplomas

Study Mode:100% Online · Pay-per-exam

Next Intakes:October 2025, February 2026, June 2026

Key Pathway Distinctions

Two master's diplomas recognized across sovereign financial centres in GCC and globally
Applied financial modeling with real-time Shariah market index feeds
Supervised by leading Islamic banking scholars and fintech architects
Complete tuition-free digital learning with pay-per-exam flexibility

Target Career Opportunities

Graduates of this dual degree track are qualified for leadership and executive roles in multinational corporations, government authorities, and international consulting firms.

Islamic Fintech Product LeadSukuk & Sovereign Debt StructurerDigital Banking Transformation DirectorShariah Governance & Compliance Strategist

Dual Diploma Guarantee

Upon completion, you receive two standalone graduation credentials: one from Imperial University in Cairo and one issued through Hamad Bin Khalifa University. Both include official transcripts ready for apostille attestation.

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